How To Fix PO197 - Invalid driver name

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PO - Spooler message

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Invalid driver name

What causes this issue?

The specified driver name does not exist.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose F4 to display a list of the valid driver names.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PO197 - Invalid driver name ?

  The SAP error message PO197 "Invalid driver name" typically occurs in the context of SAP BusinessObjects or when dealing with database connections in SAP systems. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize the specified driver name for the database connection.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Driver Name: The driver name specified in the connection settings may be misspelled or not match any of the installed drivers.
  Driver Not Installed: The required database driver may not be installed on the server or client machine.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration files where the driver name is defined.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the driver may not be compatible with the version of the database or SAP system being used.
  Environment Variables: The environment variables that point to the driver location may not be set correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Driver Name: Verify that the driver name specified in the connection settings is correct. Refer to the documentation for the database you are connecting to for the correct driver name.
  Install the Driver: If the driver is not installed, download and install the appropriate database driver. Ensure that it is compatible with your version of SAP and the database.
  Update Configuration: Review the configuration files (like jdbc.properties or similar) to ensure that the driver name is correctly specified.
  Check Compatibility: Ensure that the driver version is compatible with both the SAP system and the database version you are using.
  Set Environment Variables: If applicable, ensure that any necessary environment variables (like CLASSPATH for Java-based drivers) are set correctly to point to the driver location.
  Restart Services: After making changes, restart the relevant SAP services or the entire server to ensure that the changes take effect.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Always refer to the official SAP documentation or the documentation for the specific database you are using for detailed instructions on driver installation and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message PO197.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to contact SAP support for further assistance.